Calcium hypochlorite is one of the widely used chemicals for water sanitation across the globe that helps prevent water related diseases such as cholera and typhoid. It is extensively available across the globe and is also used for cleaning public pools. Calcium hypochlorite offers a favorable cost-to-performance ratio, as it provides protection from germs and is cost effective. Most of the calcium hypochlorite available in the industry has 60% of chlorine content by mass. Apart from water treatment, calcium hypochlorite is employed in various applications. These include house cleaners & detergents, agrochemicals, pulp & paper, food & beverage, and others. The global calcium hypochlorite market is expected to expand at a significant pace driven by the increase in demand in the water treatment application. The calcium hypochlorite market was valued at about US$ 5 Bn in 2017 and is projected to expand at a CAGR of more than 3% during the forecast period.

According to the World Bank in 2016, 783 million people across the globe lacked access to safe drinking water, 2.5 billion people lacked adequate sanitization, and large percentage of hospital beds were populated by people afflicted with waterborne diseases. At the current rate, 90% of all available freshwater is expected to be consumed in the next 25 years. Consequently, desalination and water reuse is likely to become a vital source of freshwater. Currently, more than 16,000 desalination plants are operational in at least 140 countries in the world. More than 100 water reuse facilities are available across the globe. These facilities require reliable disinfection technologies, including calcium hypochlorite either in pre or post-treatment form, to prevent biological fouling within the system or the distribution system. Thus, increase in demand for fresh water and decrease in its sources are anticipated to boost the demand for calcium hypochlorite in the near future.

Companies need to primarily focus on the marketing strategy of their products in order to increase their market share. Furthermore, manufacturers need to expand their sales force by increasing and strengthening their distribution networks. Companies also need to focus on competitive pricing, since players such as China Petrochemical Corporation (SINOPEC), Tosoh Corporation, Lonza Group Ltd., Nippon Soda Co., Ltd, and Westlake Chemical Corporation have integrated their operations.

Major players in the calcium hypochlorite market have adopted expansion and merger & acquisition as their key strategies to expand their network. For example, in March 2018, Tosoh Corporation established a new holding company named Tosoh China Holdings Co., Ltd. (Tosoh China) in Shanghai, China. The new company is expected to help Tosoh Corporation strengthen its position in China. In September 2015, Tosoh Corporation acquired the remaining stake in the Philippines-based chlor-alkali manufacturer Mabuhay Vinyl Corporation and made the company its subsidiary. The acquisition is estimated to help the company strengthen its position in the market. Acquiring small players to maintain high market share is likely to be a long term strategy of calcium hypochlorite manufacturers. For example, in August 2016, Westlake Chemical Corporation acquired Axiall Corporation for US$ 33.00 per share in an all-cash transaction for a total value of US$ 3.8 Bn. The acquisition is likely to strengthen the company’s position in the calcium hypochlorite market in North America.

In terms of form, the calcium hypochlorite market can be segmented into powder, pellet, and granules. The powder segment is anticipated to account for the major share of the market in terms of volume. The large share can be ascribed to the cost effectiveness of the powder form with respect to other forms.

In terms of application, the calcium hypochlorite market can be divided into water treatment, house cleaners & detergents, agrochemicals, pulp & paper, food & beverage, and others (including algae control in industrial cooling water systems and general industrial sanitizations). The water treatment segment dominated the calcium hypochlorite market in terms of value and volume in 2017, due to the extensive use of calcium hypochlorite in swimming pools across the globe.

North America and Europe are the key regions of the calcium hypochlorite market with prominent shares. Asia Pacific is estimated to be a rapidly expanding region of the calcium hypochlorite market in the near future owing to the strong research and development activities in Japan, China, South Korea, and India. Water treatment and house cleaners & detergents applications are focus segments in Asia Pacific, owing to the rapid urbanization in developing economies such as China and India.

This report analyzes and forecasts the market for calcium hypochlorite at the global and regional level. The market has been forecast based on volume (Kilo Tons) and revenue (US$ Mn) from 2018 to 2026. The study includes drivers and restraints of the global calcium hypochlorite market. It also covers impact of these drivers and restraints on the demand for calcium hypochlorite during the forecast period. The report also highlights opportunities in the calcium hypochlorite market at the global level.

The report comprises a detailed value chain analysis, which provides a comprehensive view of the global calcium hypochlorite market. The Porter’s Five Forces model for the calcium hypochlorite market has also been included to help understand the competitive landscape in the market. The study encompasses market attractiveness analysis, wherein applications are benchmarked based on their market size, growth rate, and general attractiveness.

The study provides a decisive view of the global calcium hypochlorite market by segmenting it in terms of form and application. The segments have been analyzed based on present and future trends. Regional segmentation includes the current and projected demand for calcium hypochlorite in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa. The report also covers the demand for individual forms and Application Segments in all the regions. Key players operating in the calcium hypochlorite market include China Petrochemical Corporation (SINOPEC), Tosoh Corporation, Lonza Group Ltd., Nippon Soda Co., Ltd, Westlake Chemical Corporation, Sree Rayalaseema Hi-Strength Hypo Ltd., Tianjin Kaifeng Chemical Co., Ltd., and Yuzhoushi Weilite Chemical Co., Ltd. Market players have been profiled in terms of attributes such as company overview, financial overview, business strategies, and recent developments.

The report provides the estimated market size of calcium hypochlorite for 2017 and forecast for the next nine years. The global market size of calcium hypochlorite has been provided in terms of revenue. Market numbers have been estimated based on form and applications of calcium hypochlorite. Market size and forecast for each major form and applications have been provided in terms of the global and regional market.

In order to compile the research report, we conducted in-depth interviews and discussions with a number of key industry participants and opinion leaders. Primary research represents the bulk of research efforts, supplemented by extensive secondary research. We reviewed key players operating in various end-use industries, annual reports, press releases, and relevant documents for competitive analysis and market understanding. Secondary research also includes a search of recent trade, technical writing, and internet sources and statistical data from government websites, trade associations, and agencies. This has proven to be the most reliable, effective, and successful approach for obtaining precise market data, capturing industry participants’ insights, and recognizing business opportunities.

Global Calcium Hypochlorite Market, by Form

Powder

Pellet

Granule

Global Calcium Hypochlorite Market, by Application

Water Treatment

House Cleaners & Detergents

Agrochemicals

Pulp & Paper

Food & Beverage

Others

Global Calcium Hypochlorite Market, by Region

North America

U.S.

Canada

Europe

Germany

U.K.

France

Italy

Spain

Russia & CIS

Rest of Europe

Asia Pacific

China

India

Japan

ASEAN

Rest of Asia Pacific

Latin America

Brazil

Mexico

Rest of Latin America

Middle East & Africa

GCC

South Africa

Rest of Middle East & Africa

Key Takeaways

An extensive analysis of the calcium hypochlorite market trends and shares from 2017 to 2026 to identify the market opportunities and analyze industry development

A list of key developments in the calcium hypochlorite market made by key players

A list of key factors responsible for building the upcoming opportunistic roadmap for the calcium hypochlorite market at the global, regional, and country level

Comprehensive analysis with respect to investments and price trends that impact the outlook of the global calcium hypochlorite market between 2017 and 2026

Detailed production cost analysis of calcium hypochlorite

Insights into market opportunities for various stakeholders in the value chain and a detailed competition landscape for key players dominating the industry to understand competition level

Porters’ Five Forces highlight the potency of buyers and suppliers and enable stakeholders to make profit-oriented business decisions. They analyze strengths and weaknesses to help garner strategic position in the market.